Nature house in Mexilhoeira Grande (Portimão)
Algarve, Portugal
- 2 persons
- 0 bedrooms
- WiFi
- Pets allowed
A rustic oasis in the heart of an estuary landscape, between Lagos and Portimão, perfect for a retreat in a serene, minimalist setting. Lovingly restored, this charming private cottage is nestled within a protected nature reserve and waterfowl breeding area, where a rich variety of species can be observed, much to the delight of birdwatchers. Suitable for two guests. Features a simple double bed, a spacious and bright living area, a desk, and internet access via a Vodafone hotspot. Amenities include a fireplace, fridge, electric oven, and a small bathroom with a shower. Outside, there is an open-air kitchen with a two-burner gas stove and a generous terrace with a grapevine-covered pergola, surrounded by a natural garden. When the air turns cold and damp, the space is warmed by a cosy traditional wood-burning fireplace. We’ll prepare the first fire; after that, firewood can be purchased nearby or provided upon request.
Nature and surroundings
This hideaway is located about 15 minutes on foot from the Ria de Alvor, where you can enjoy scenic strolls, bathe in the lagoon, practice birdwatching, fish, collect shellfish, or go kitesurfing. Just 2.5 km down a dirt road lies the village of Mexilhoeira Grande, offering supermarkets with fresh produce and fish, a butcher, a variety of restaurants, a pharmacy, a laundromat and a bank. At the end of the dirt road (2 km) lies the Mexilhoeira Grande train station, with direct connections to Lagos (10 km), Portimão (5 km), and Lisbon. Parking is available directly on the property, and the nearest beaches are just a 10-minute drive away. What connects us is a sensitive relationship with nature. In every season, we appreciate something special: A warming fireplace on winter evenings, the almond blossoms that announce spring, a refreshing swim under the ever-clear skies of summer, and in the golden autumn, the mesmerising formations of migratory birds preparing for their journey to Africa.
Facilities
- Parking (1x)
- Internet access (WiFi)
- Fire place
- Drinking water
- Hot water
- Electricity
- Garden
- Garden furniture
- Terrace
- Kitchen
- Fridge/freezer
- Gas stove
- Sanitary facilities
- Bathroom (1x)
- Shower
- Toilet
Location
Reviews
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RebekkaAugust 3, 2026
My partner and I absolutely loved it. Waking up and being right in the middle of nature was exactly what we wanted. It has almost everything you need—the fruit trees provide shade, and the hammock is great! David gave us some really good tips and was always available. Nearby (just past the roundabout heading toward Portimão), a woman sells fresh fruit and vegetables. We were able to check out late, and it’s a great way to escape the hustle and bustle of the Algarve during peak season. It would have been perfect with two lounge chairs! Thank you so much for your hospitality!
Mein Partner und ich haben es sehr geliebt. Aufzuwachen und direkt in der Natur zu sein, war genau was wir wollten. Es ist fast alles da, was man braucht, die Obstbäume bieten Schatten, die Hängematte ist super! David hat uns sehr gute Tipps gegeben und war immer zu erreichen. in der Nähe (kurz nach dem Kreisverkehr Richtung Portimão) verkauft eine Frau frisches Obst und Gemüse. Wir durften spät auschecken und man kann dem Trubel der Algarve zu Hochsaison super entkommen. Mit zwei Liegestühlen wäre es perfekt gewesen! vielen Dank für die Gastfreundschaft!
From the description, I hadn’t realized that the cottage was located on a property shared with other people. When we arrived, we met Nadine, who lives above the cottage. In fact, though, we only ran into her that one time. Since we were there during peak season, we could hear families and dogs from the area. Otherwise, though, it’s really very quiet, and you can listen to the birds, flamingos, and storks.
Von der Beschreibung her hatte ich nicht verstanden, dass das Häuschen sich auf einem Gelände mit anderen Personen befindet. Wir trafen bei Ankunft Nadine, die Oberhalb des Häuschens wohnt. Tatsächlich sind wir uns aber nur das eine Mal begegnet. Da wir innerhalb der Hochsaison da waren, konnte man Familien und Hunde aus der Gegend hören. Ansonsten ist es aber wirklich sehr ruhig und man kann den Vögeln, Flamingos und Störchen lauschen.
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JimMarch 24, 2026
Everything has been written above. A car or good (electric) bikes are needed to see the wide area.
Alles is hierboven geschreven. Een auto of goede (elektrische) fietsen zijn nodig om de brede omgeving te kunnen zien.
This house is an oasis of nature and tranquility. Simple, low tech and charming. Fine atmosphere and comfortable. Just right for two people. The adjacent "wetlands" gave a buffer from the busy western part of the Algarve. Nice to be able to come back to the quiet after spending some time in the hustle and bustle. Host was very pleasant and precise and quick in communication. Thank you David.
Dit huis is een oasis van natuur en rust. Simpel, low tech en charming. Fijne sfeer en comfortabel. Voor twee personen precies goed. De aangrenzende “wetlands” gaven een buffer van het drukke westelijke gedeelte van de Algarve. Fijn om terug naar de rust te kunnen komen na wat tijd in de drukte te hebben gezeten.
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David Willem SamuelDecember 20, 2025
A very nice and relaxing place to stay together. Comfortable cottage, lots of peace and quiet and a good base to discover the Algarve. We really enjoyed it and would love to come back again.
Een hele fijne en ontspannen plek om samen te verblijven. Comfortabel huisje, veel rust en een goede uitvalsbasis om de Algarve te ontdekken. Wij hebben echt genoten en komen graag nog eens terug.
We stayed here from December 20 to 27 to escape the Christmas rush, and we had a great time. We had a great time together and would without a doubt come back here to discover more of the Algarve. The house was completely fine and especially the fireplace made it extra nice. We often had it on - sometimes even so warm that we could really enjoy it together. Because of the weather (it rained occasionally) cooking in the outdoor kitchen was sometimes less convenient, so we went out to eat more often. What we also liked is that the house is located on private property and is fully fenced. That made us feel very safe and relaxed. In addition, Portimão and Lagos are both good and easy to reach, which makes it a fine base to explore the area.
Wij zijn hier van 20 t/m 27 december geweest om even te ontsnappen aan de kerstdrukte, en dat is echt super goed bevallen. We hebben het ontzettend leuk gehad samen en zouden hier zonder twijfel nog een keer terugkomen om meer van de Algarve te ontdekken.
Het huisje was helemaal in orde en vooral de open haard maakte het extra fijn. Die hebben we vaak aan gehad — soms zelfs zó warm dat we er echt lekker van konden genieten samen. Door het weer (het regende af en toe) was koken in de buitenkeuken soms wat minder handig, waardoor we wat vaker uit eten zijn gegaan. Dat vonden we eigenlijk helemaal geen straf.
Wat we ook heel prettig vonden, is dat het huisje op privéterrein ligt en volledig omheind is. Dat gaf ons een heel veilig en ontspannen gevoel. Daarnaast zijn Portimão en Lagos allebei goed en makkelijk te bereiken, wat het een fijne uitvalsbasis maakt om de omgeving te verkennen.This text is automatically translated.
Good to know
- Check-in: 2:00 PM- 7:00 PM
- Check-out: 8:00 AM- 11:00 AM
Free cancellation within 7 days of your booking confirmation, provided the booking request was made more than 28 days before the start date. For bookings starting within 28 days, free cancellation applies within 24 hours. If you cancel within the specified period, you are entitled to a full refund of the booking amount.
After that, you will receive a partial refund of the trip cost and a 100% refund of the deposit:
• Up to 42 days before arrival: 70% refund
• 42–28 days before arrival: 40% refund
• 28 days through the day of arrival: 10% refund
• On the day of arrival or later: no refund
- Out of respect for nature: silence between 11:00 PM and 8:00 AM.
- Minimum age of main booker: 20 years.
- Smoking is not allowed in this nature house.
- No fireworks are allowed at this Nature House.
- No parties or events are allowed.
- This nature house is not suitable for groups of young people, students and sports teams.
- Waste separation is mandatory in this nature house.
Additional house rules are listed in the terms and conditions, when you place your booking.
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Sustainability
- Energy label: E
- Natural Insulation materials
- Food waste is minimized